Archive · 28 Jun 2025
CAA Responds to Julia Ormond's Weinstein Lawsuit with New Claims
Actress Julia Ormond is in a legal battle involving Harvey Weinstein and her former agents, CAA.
She says her agents should have warned her about Weinstein's history of abuse.
However, CAA says that Ormond already knew about his behavior before they represented her.
They claim she was harassed by Weinstein before becoming their client.
Ormond's lawyer says CAA is trying to blame the victim, while CAA is using Ormond's own words to defend themselves.
The case centers on whether CAA knew about Weinstein's behavior and if they should have told Ormond.
Julia Ormond sued CAA, alleging her agents failed to warn her about Harvey Weinstein's abusive past.
CAA claims Ormond knew about Weinstein's behavior before becoming a client.
CAA states Weinstein sexually harassed Ormond before she became their client.
Ormond's attorney accuses CAA of victim-blaming.
CAA cites Ormond's testimony and writings to support their claims.
- Who
- Julia Ormond, Harvey Weinstein, CAA, Patricia Marmont (Ormond's UK agent).
- What
- A lawsuit involving actress Julia Ormond, CAA, and Harvey Weinstein regarding alleged failure to warn about sexual abuse.
- When
- 2023 (Ormond initiated legal action); 1994/1995 (incidents referenced)
- Where
- London (hotel suite where alleged assault occurred)
- Why
- Ormond is suing CAA alleging they failed to warn her about Harvey Weinstein's history of sexual abuse.
Julia Ormond's Position
CAA's Position
Agent Responsibility
Julia Ormond's Position
CAA failed to protect her and is victim-blaming.
CAA's Position
CAA is not at fault, as Ormond knew of Weinstein's actions.
- Plaintiff
- Julia Ormond
- Defendant
- CAA (Creative Artists Agency)
- Key Figure
- Harvey Weinstein
- Alleged Incident
- Sexual harassment and assault
- Ormond's claim
- CAA failed to warn her of Weinstein's abuse
- CAA's defense
- Ormond knew of Weinstein's behavior beforehand